From Isolation To Empowerment: Solar Power Solutions For A Sustainable Wetland Future

The wetland areas of Bangladesh like Sunamganj, Sylhet, Habiganj, Kishoreganj, and Netrakona form a unique ecosystem that is not only rich in biodiversity but also highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

- Md. Ashrafuzzaman Khan

Known as the ‘Haor’ region, this vast stretch of low-lying land is defined by two distinct seasons—the dry season and the wet season—both of which shape the lives and livelihoods of local communities. However, the intensifying effects of climate change have made both seasons more extreme, disrupting the delicate balance of this ecosystem and threatening the future of its inhabitants.

The Role of Solar Energy

The growing climate challenges have also affected electricity and communication in wetland areas. During the wet season that lasts approximately six months each year, electric poles submerge under water. This makes it extremely difficult to maintain the poles and transmission and distribution lines, as the flooding complicates access and repairs. Frequent load